Harlequin Historical August 2024 - Box Set 2 of 2 PDF Download

Author: Marguerite Kaye
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 0369758412
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 507

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From Victorian England to 1900s Dominican Republic, lose yourself in this dramatic and emotional Harlequin® Historical collection containing two new full-length titles! This boxset includes: UNCOVERING THE GOVERNESS’S SECRETS by Marguerite Kaye (Victorian) As a private investigator to the rich, it’s my job to be impartial, but returning to moody Edinburgh – the city I made my name in – to locate Marianne Crawford, unsettles me. And when I meet the beguiling governess in question, I’m inexplicably drawn to her… Marianne Crawford is a survivor, she’s lived through experiences designed to destroy her. But I’m here to reveal her true identity, not to fall under her spell. I’ve never been afraid of secrets, but once I uncover this one, I’m afraid I won’t be able to walk away… UNEXPECTEDLY WED TO THE HEIR by Lydia San Andres (1900s) After dressmaker Aura Soriana’s father passes away, her home and livelihood are left on the line. With only herself to count on, she’s cautious when she meets handsome Eduardo Martinez, heir to a shipping empire, and has no time for his easygoing attitude and showy gestures!? When Eduardo discovers Aura’s home has been broken into, and the dangerous men pursuing her are linked to his family, the only way to keep her safe is to claim she’s his fiancée! Yet if independent Aura’s to meet him at the altar, Eduardo must face his past and show her she can rely on him..

Author: Christine Merrill
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 0369758404
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 739

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Harlequin® Historical brings you a captivating trio of new, full-length Regency romances in one collection! This boxset includes: A SCANDALOUS MATCH FOR THE MARQUIS by Christine Merrill (Regency) Felicity Morgan has written a lurid gothic novel and all of London is clamouring for the sequel! But her mortified family have sent her to the countryside in disgrace! Felicity is relieved to be free of her parents’ relentless matchmaking, until she learns her host has a Marquis in mind for her… Reclusive widower Martin Howell, Marquis of Woodley, has no interest in entertaining rebellious Felicity, but she is bringing lightness to his gloomy estate…and his brooding heart. They bond over their determination to remain unwed, until a kiss brings them to the brink of another scandal…! HOW THE WALLFLOWER WINS A DUKE by Lucy Morris (Regency) Marina Fletcher’s Rules: Rule 1: Spend life composing music in peace. Do not worry about finding a husband. Rule 2: If must worry about finding a husband, marry for love only or commit to becoming a spinster. Rule 3: Resist urge to spend time with the sinfully sexy Duke of Framlingham who clearly does not believe in love. Rule 4: Never, ever say yes to said Duke’s wicked plan for us to silence society’s expectations with a fake engagement… But what happens when this wallflower breaks every single rule? RESCUING THE RUNAWAY HEIRESS by Sadie King (Regency) Running away from a forced betrothal, daring actress Hope Sloane is lost and injured when she’s rescued by dashing gentleman, Samuel Liddell. Given the best guest chamber at Hayton Hall, it’s clear the Baronet thinks she’s a society lady! To avoid being found, she employs all her acting skills to become a grand heiress… Only second son Samuel is not the Baronet either! But to make Hope feel safe, he goes along with her assumption. Hidden away together, the affection between them deepens, until unexpected guests arrive, and his lie threatens to backfire spectacularly!

Author: Lucy Morris
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 0369711343
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 288

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Forced to wed the warriorFalling for the man… Noblewoman Amée Évreux had pledged her life to God, until her father promised her in marriage to thundering Norseman Jorund Jötunnson. After escaping her overbearing father, Amée vows never to fall under another man’s thumb, but her resistance to being Jorund’s wife turns to desire as she gets to know her intriguing new husband. For beneath his fierce exterior she’s glimpsed an unexpectedly pure heart. If only she can penetrate the fortress that surrounds it… From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.

Author: Bronwyn Scott
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 036975848X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 474

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Lose yourself in this dramatic and emotional Harlequin® Historical collection, featuring two new full-length titles in one collection! This boxset includes: CINDERELLA AT THE DUKE’S BALL by Bronwyn Scott (Regency) Cora has one Season to find a husband and save her family from poverty! So, when her modest dress order is accidentally replaced with an above-her-station gown, she grabs the opportunity to wear it. The Duke of Harlow’s ball is ideal for meeting a perfectly nice gentleman. Until the duke himself asks her for the first dance! Their connection is undeniable, but she knows Declan must "marry well," and she doesn’t reach the high echelons expected of his position. As the clock strikes midnight on their time together, will this Cinderella get her happy-ever-after…? HER SECRET VOWS WITH THE VIKING by Sarah Rodi (Viking) A year ago, Viking Stefan’s clandestine marriage to Saxon maiden Ædwen was torn apart by the shocking discovery that her father murdered his family. Unable to forgive his wife for hiding the truth, Stefan left. Until word reaches him that Ædwen is about to wed again… Forced to marry at her father’s command, Ædwen’s stunned when Stefan bursts through the church doors and announces that she’s already wed—to him! As the warrior steals her away, passion reignites, but can Ædwen ever trust him again, when Stefan left her alone, devastated—and carrying his baby…!

Author: Amanda McCabe
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 0369739760
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 706

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Step back in time and experience the grandeur and romance of a previous era as Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! This boxset includes: THE EARL’S CINDERELLA COUNTESS Matchmakers of Bath by Amanda McCabe (Regency) The Earl of Fleetwood was Eleanor St. Aubin’s first love, but being a mere vicar’s daughter held her back from admitting her feelings. Now a successful matchmaker, the prospect of finding Frederick the wealthy wife he needs to settle his inherited debts is a nightmare come true! But returning from war, Frederick’s facing nightmares of his own. Eleanor feels compelled to help him, but could she ever be his Cinderella countess? MARRIAGE CHARADE WITH THE HEIR by Carol Arens (Victorian) Refusing to marry her sister’s beau to please their father, Olive is at her wits’ end when Joseph Billings purchases the local manor. He’s a handsome viscount’s heir and she’s a penniless villager, but they have one thing in common—being pushed to marry against their will! With his potential bride visiting for a week, Joseph suggests a bold charade: pretending to be newlyweds! As they grow closer, Olive starts wondering where the ruse ends…and reality begins? THE LADY’S PROPOSAL FOR THE LAIRD Secrets of Clan Cameron by Jeanine Englert (Georgian) When Susanna Cameron needs to thwart her brothers’ plan to marry her off, she turns to her childhood sweetheart, Laird Rowan Campbell, with a daring proposal—to be her pretend betrothed! In exchange, she’ll help the now hardened Rowan get revenge on the man who killed his family. The only flaw in Susanna’s plan—their returning attraction!

Author: Catherine Tinley
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 0369739922
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 768

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Step back in time and experience the grandeur and romance of a previous era as Harlequin® Historical brings you three new full-length titles in one collection! This boxset includes: MISS ISOBEL AND THE PRINCE The Triplet Orphans by Catherine Tinley Given her meager dowry and lack of known parents, Isobel Lennox must use her only London season to make a sensible match. So why, oh why is she dazzled by the dashing, handsome Prince Claudio? She’s not highborn enough to be his bride—and he’s certainly not ready to marry. But one mesmerizing kiss later, neither can stay away from each other! MORE THAN A MATCH FOR THE EARL The Wallflower Academy by Emily E K Murdoch Marilla Newell refuses to play by society’s rules for finding a husband. Not after her calamitous engagement to an awful earl. Living her life without sight makes it even harder to trust, so she’s immediately wary of charming rogue Finlay—especially because he’s an earl! Yet the more their worlds collide, the less Rilla can recall her objections, until she learns about his duty that threatens their fledgling flirtation… THE WARRIOR'S FORBIDDEN MAIDEN The Warriors of Wales by Lissa Morgan Seven years ago, Llywelyn was ready to renounce everything to become a monk. But on the eve of his departure, he shared a forbidden night with his childhood sweetheart, Cristin. Then his world was turned upside down by the death of his brother…which left Llywelyn as his family’s sole heir, duty bound to fight on the battlefield. Now a hardened warrior, he’s reunited with Cristin. But will he return to his vocation…or remain with his love?

Author: Lauri Robinson
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 0373298080
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 281

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"All the rigorous training in the world could not have prepared nursemaid Marie Hall for trailing the wilds of Dakota with six orphans. Especially when her ingenious plan--to pose as the mail-order bride of the children's next of kin--leads Marie to the wrong cowboy! Proud and stubborn, Stafford Burleson is everything Marie's been taught to avoid. But with her fate and that of the children in his capable hands, Marie soon feels there's something incredibly right about this rugged rancher and his brooding charm ..."--Back cover.

Author: Louise Allen
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1460312473
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 174

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The Secret Life of Miss Phyllida Hurst Having survived the scandal of her birth with courage and determination, the beautiful Phyllida has reached a precarious balance within the ton. And in just one moment Ashe Herriard, Viscount Clere, blows her world and her carefully made plans to pieces. Brought up in vibrant Calcutta, Ashe is disdainful of polite London society, but something about Phyllida intrigues him. There's a mystery surrounding her. A promise of secrets and a hint of scandal—more than enough to entice him!

Author: Nicola Cornick
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 1426808410
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 298

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The Pirate's Kiss by Nicola Cornick Famous and feared pirate Daniel de Lancey is master and commander of the Defiance. Only one woman makes him want to swap danger for desire, sea for seduction.… And with one Christmas kiss, he will make Lucinda his bride! A Smuggler's Tale by Margaret McPhee Masquerading as a smuggler, society's handsome bad boy, Lord Jack Holberton, finds himself protecting young Miss Linden's honor, despite his reputation. But will this rake keep his twelfth-night promise and return to claim her as his own? The Sailor's Bride by Miranda Jarrett War-ravaged Lieutenant Lord James Richardson is about to put in to Naples after a victorious sea battle that has made him a hero but has left its mark on his soul. Young and innocent, Abigail Layton is just the woman to heal his hardened heart.…

Author: Caitlin Crews
Publisher: Harlequin
ISBN: 0369754719
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 699

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Harlequin Presents brings you four full-length stories in one collection! Experience the glamorous lives of royals and billionaires, where passion knows no bounds. Be swept into a world of luxury, wealth and exotic locations. This box set includes: PREGNANT PRINCESS BRIDE (A The Diamond Club novel) by USA TODAY bestselling author Caitlin Crews Attending Valentino Bonaparte’s convenient wedding is torture for Princess Carliz. Years ago, she shared an incandescent kiss with the brooding Italian – she’s craved more ever since. When the ceremony is called off, they finally get the chance to surrender to their wildest temptations. But in the morning, Valentino still walks away… Three months after their passionate night wrecked her forever, Carliz must tell Valentino he left her with more than a broken heart – she’s expecting his baby! And he’s determined his heir will not be illegitimate… GREEK’S FORBIDDEN TEMPTATION (A The Diamond Club novel) by Millie Adams Greek playboy Dionysus has long desired Ariadne from afar. He’s never forgotten the blistering kiss they shared, before she devastated him by marrying his twin. Now she’s tragically widowed, Ariadne wants Dionysus to help her protect his brother’s legacy—by giving her an heir! Ariadne has craved security since her tumultuous childhood, which was why she picked the “safe” brother. Except alone together on Dionysus’s private Greek island, there’s nowhere to hide from the flame that started burning years ago. Dare she risk everything by surrendering to the inferno that only he can ignite? ITALIAN’S STOLEN WIFE (A The Diamond Club novel) by Lorraine Hall Crashing his estranged half-brother’s wedding seems the perfect way for billionaire Aristide Bonaparte to get revenge on the family that rejected him. Stealing the bride? Even better. Yet Francesca Campo is not the demure heiress he expected – his wife’s fiery passion reawakens something Aristide long thought dead. Francesca’s betrothal was to escape her controlling father. Her first ever reckless act, marrying Aristide, thrills her. But matching her husband’s demands, touch for touch and kiss for kiss, risks blurring the lines of their convenient agreement – and consuming them both… STRANDED AND SEDUCED (A The Diamond Club novel) by Emmy Grayson Griffith Lykaois has rejected his family’s billion-dollar legacy. It’s a fitting punishment for his guilt over his father’s death. Only, estate lawyer Rosalind Sutton won’t quit. Amidst a raging storm, the infuriatingly alluring woman is on his remote Chateau doorstep determined he claim his inheritance. Rosalind needs Griffith’s signature; the career she put her life on hold for depends on it. But stranded alone with the brooding tycoon, there’s no way innocent Rosalind can escape her response to their intoxicating clashes… The question is, does Rosalind even want to? For more stories filled with passion and drama, look for Harlequin Presents August 2024 Box Set – 1 of 2